Richmond’s Koons Home Center will celebrate 60 years of service with an anniversary event on June 5 from noon-7 p.m. at 221 SW 18th Street. Owners Jason and Kristi Cones welcome all that made this milestone possible. Koons Home Center was founded by Ron Koons, Kristi’s grandfather, who she says had the “heart of an […]
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Lorin Williams is a reporter for the Western Wayne News.
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Businesses go cashless
Flying Mummies fans can still buy peanuts and Cracker Jacks — just not with cash. The Richmond team said in a May 19 social media post that all home games will be cashless. Flying Mummies President and co-owner Matt Bomberg said the team is following the lead of multiple Northwood League teams, as it’s more […]
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Special meeting moves lot sale forward
Hagerstown council held a special meeting Wednesday, May 20, to follow up on a pending lot sale with new town residents David Moore and Laura Crowe-Moore. Moore inquired about the lot at 198 N. Perry Street. Town manager Chris LaMar agreed to provide the council the property’s exact value. LaMar said the property was purchased […]
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Northeastern student’s artwork wins state honor
Annika Pentecost hadn’t submitted anything for competition before. So the young artist was surprised her piece, “Jefferson Memorial,” was selected in the Indiana Congressional Art Competition. The Northeastern High School sophomore recalls being called to the office, thinking she was in trouble. She was excited to open the door and see her parents, principal and […]
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Encouragement fills school board meeting
Hagerstown’s Dan Davis opened Nettle Creek school board’s May 13 meeting with encouraging words as the district faces a reduction in staffing for the 2026-27 school year. The past school board member offered thanks to the board and praised Superintendent Emily Schaeffer as the “best hire in the last 50 years.” He added that their […]
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Memorial Day events scheduled
On Monday, May 25, the nation honors armed forces members who died while serving. Review the below schedule for ceremonies at area cemeteries. Organizers note that according to U.S. Flag Code, flags that are damaged or tattered should be replaced.
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Additional dollar stores bring options, concerns
The number of dollar stores in Wayne County is growing. The recent opening of a Dollar Tree in Richmond brings the total to 22. While the stores fulfill a need for shoppers on a budget, they can also have effects on the health of a community. The growth isn’t just in Wayne County as the […]
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Theft delays Sunrise’s horse therapy services
According to a May 12 Facebook post, hundreds of dollars of equipment and other essential items were taken from Sunrise Therapeutic Riding Center, including saddle girths, bits for bridles, and a riding surcingle used to support sensory-sensitive riders. While Sunrise’s post describes being hurt by the act, the post also expresses concern for the clients […]
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Milton struggles to comply with public records requirements
The town of Milton is struggling to comply with state laws governing the public’s access to its town council’s recent meetings and activities. Multiple attempts made in writing, by phone and in person by Western Wayne News to obtain agendas and minutes of recent town council meetings have gone unfulfilled. Indiana’s public records and open […]
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School’s operational cuts topic at second work session
A second work session in two weeks continued Nettle Creek Schools board’s discussions around anticipated budget cuts for the 2026-27 school year. An estimated $300,000 must be saved in its operations fund. Jason Bulmer, director of operations, provided details on trimming transportation costs, including vehicle usage and busing routes, transportation fees for non-athletic activities, and […]